Lakeland Plastics manufactures high-performance ASA extrusions designed for superior weatherability, color stability, and long-term outdoor durability.
ASA, or acrylonitrile styrene acrylate, is an engineered thermoplastic widely used in extrusion applications that demand long-term outdoor performance. Known for its excellent UV resistance and color retention, ASA maintains its appearance and mechanical integrity even when exposed to sunlight, moisture, and temperature fluctuations. Branded formulations such as Geloy® further enhance these properties, making ASA a preferred choice for exterior profiles that must combine durability with a clean, consistent finish.
Acrylonitrile styrene acrylate (ASA) is a weather-resistant thermoplastic polymer composed of acrylonitrile, styrene, and an acrylic elastomer. Unlike ABS, which uses butadiene rubber, ASA incorporates acrylic rubber to significantly improve resistance to UV degradation and environmental stress. This structure allows ASA extrusions to retain color, gloss, and structural performance over time, even in demanding outdoor conditions. As a result, ASA is commonly specified for applications where long-term exposure to the elements is a critical factor.
At Lakeland Plastics, we work side-by-side with your team to develop custom ASA extrusion profiles that meet your exact dimensional, functional, and aesthetic requirements. ASA performs especially well in co-extrusion, where a UV-resistant cap layer protects the underlying structural material. The result is a durable, weatherable finish without the added cost of running solid ASA throughout the entire profile.
From initial design and tooling to prototyping and full-scale production, our process stays hands-on and collaborative at every stage. And while ASA is a go-to for outdoor performance, we also work with a wide range of thermoplastics to ensure you’re using the right material for your application—not just the most obvious one.
Lakeland Plastics offers advanced ASA extrusion capabilities backed by modern production equipment, in-house tooling, and experienced engineering support. Because ASA is commonly used in visible, outdoor applications, our processes are optimized for surface quality, color consistency, and long-term durability. Our capabilities include:
With multiple extrusion lines, precision cooling and sizing systems, and rigorous quality control, Lakeland Plastics delivers ASA extrusions that maintain performance, appearance, and reliability—even in the most demanding outdoor environments.
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Just delivered. The guy that unloaded me was awesome. In and out in 15 minutes. Give that man a raise!
I met with Lakeland Plastics this week. They were very professional to meet with. They were generous with their time and were helpful educating me on the plastics industry. While we weren’t a fit for each other in this instance , I can tell that anyone looking for extrusions would be in great hands. I appreciate the referrals and care they provided me.
Great company to work with, they hold a high standard of quality in the work they do with great communications!
We initially faced challenges with a product that required one side to be white and the other black. The previous process involved painting one side, which was time-consuming and resulted in inconsistent quality. However, discovering Lakeland Plastics was a game-changer for us. Their ability to extrude with one side white and the other black not only eliminated the need for painting but also improved our product quality tenfold.
The team at Lakeland Plastics has been outstanding. Mary at the front desk is a true jack-of-all-trades, always providing the answers we need quickly and efficiently. Mike, the owner, and our salesperson, Phil, along with the entire shipping department, have been incredibly helpful and accommodating throughout our partnership.
We highly recommend Lakeland Plastics for their innovative solutions and exceptional customer service.
We have a 40+ year business relationship with Lakeland Plastics. They are a key business partner offering excellent products, communication, and service.
Lakeland Plastics have really exceeded our expectations. Quality work and precise production have helped my buisiness keep moving forward. I highly recommend this company to anyone for any quality product/profile they may need.
Preferential treatment is the standard for all customers at Lakeland, allowing a level playing field for everyone involved. They have worked with us for over 10 years, helping to develop a patented product and providing outstanding customer service throughout. It has been an absolute delight working with honest and caring individuals who not only work toward getting things right the first time, but they work tirelessly at making sure goals are met. We consider Lakeland part of the family, and we highly recommend their attention to detail, top level customer service and exemplary design team.
Lakeland has been arguably one of the best manufacturers I have ever worked with. I came to them with a unique extrusion use case and they were able to help with my design. They managed the project with zero friction, or high added costs. The part quality is quite honestly flawless, meeting my specific use case need. The accessibility to the team is always easy and prompt. I didn’t wait days, or weeks for quotes and was able to get my product produced and to the market in a much shorter time frame than several other mfg’s I contacted quoted. Now my product is sold in over 40 states and two countries and proudly produced in the USA. I know this is a long post and I don’t usually do reviews. However, while I maybe a small fish compared to some of their production levels/ capabilities…..my involvement with Lakeland has felt more like family than being just a number on the balance sheet. They will have my business as long as my industry need exists. Hopefully a very long time. So grateful I found this needle in a hay stack. Especially if it is an extruded product you need….highly recommend giving them a shot.
“We’ve had a long-standing partnership with Lakeland Plastics to support building our OTTOLOCK cinch lock bands. Our specifications are not simple and the Lakeland team has consistently demonstrated they are up for the job with a great approach to making the outcome better. We wouldn’t be here without Lakeland and appreciate their mindset in business and customer relationships.”
“Lakeland Plastics is a trusted partner for over 25 years…The reason I like to work with their team is because of the personal attention that they invest into their customers…I know that the job will get done on time and on budget.”
“Lakeland Plastics has been a valued partner of our company for 40+ years…They are and have consistently been one of our top tier partners – valued relationship which I would highly recommend pursuing.”
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